The Benefits of Backyard Ponds

Most of us have seen or enjoyed the beauty of a backyard pond at one time or another. A pond can create an exotic landscape that is both relazing and calming. Backyard ponds are a wonderful addition to any home and can provide enjoyment for your family and friends. However, are you aware that a garden pond can benefit the local fauna?

Depending on the urbanisation - or otherwise - the area where you live, you may find many fauna species will benefit from your garden pond. Butterflies, birds, turtles, snails, fish, frogs and bugs all have something to gain from access to a pond. By attacting the native fauna you will enhance the enjoymnet that your pond gives you.

Humans Love Ponds Too

If you expand the term "local wildlife" to include your family and friends, you'll see that there are many benefits to creating a pond in your garden. Scientific studies have shown that there are benefits to one's physical wellbeing by practicint relaxation techniques and practicing relaxation techniques, and spending time by a backyard pond and listening to the trickle of water is certainly a relaxing experience. If you are feeling stressed, spending time by your backyard pond can have a truly calming effect and change your mood.

Backyard ponds can enrich your life. Ponds and water features can create an exciting new environment for your family from a haven of relaxation to a scientific way to educate your children about an ecosystem.

Pond Pets

Backyard ponds can even provide an environment for special pets. Koi are very popular pets, and they adapt well to life in a backyard pond. Koi are a part of the carp family and can grow to 3 feet. Koi are konw as long living fish so keeping koi should not be considered a casual hobby.

However, if you are prepared for the commitment of caring for koi, they will add to the sense of serentiy provided by your pond. Watching these - or other - fish swim and interact is a very enjoyable experience.

Designing Backyard Ponds

Due to the popularity of backyard ponds, you will find pond kits in nearly any garden center or superstore and you'll find easy instructions to build a backyard pond here. If you would prefer to have a professional handle the installation, many landscaping firms should be able to help and by grabbing a copy of "How To Build Your Own Garden Pond" you'll be well equipped to discuss your pond requirements.